Director of Education Jobs

Explore Director of Education opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of education shape learning strategies, guide academic and training programs, and lead teams that support student or workforce outcomes. Openings may be available at schools, colleges, education companies, nonprofits, and corporate learning organizations.

What Does a Director of Education Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but often include setting educational goals, overseeing curriculum and program development, managing budgets and teams, evaluating learning outcomes, and ensuring programs meet applicable standards. Directors may work with educators, administrators, executives, students, families, or community partners to improve access and results.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experienced leaders with strong communication, strategic planning, program management, and analytical skills. Depending on the role, qualifications may include a relevant graduate degree, teaching or administrative experience, expertise in curriculum or instructional design, and familiarity with accreditation, education policy, or learning technologies.

Explore Director of Education Opportunities

Use Ladders to discover Director of Education and related senior education leadership jobs. Compare role requirements, compensation information, and organizational priorities to identify opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals. Job availability and qualifications vary by employer.

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$126K - $168K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing product strategy for B2B learning solutions, driving innovation and market impact while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality produ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's co-founding a groundbreaking institution dedicated to autism care, shaping exceptional strategies, driving operational excellence, and transforming healthcare outcomes through strat...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$77K - $137K *

Join us to design and lead a transformative college counseling program at a new Jewish college-preparatory high school, fostering student growth and academic excellence while building a vibrant educat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the Bureau of Queens Neighborhood Health's research and evaluation strategy. Drive impactful projects, ensure health equity, and collaborate with community partners to enhance public h...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping health equity through innovative research and evaluation strategies. Lead impactful projects, guide community initiatives, and drive data-informed decisions to enhance publi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$234K - $280K *

Advance pediatric care by leading a dedicated team, providing compassionate patient services, and enhancing healthcare access for underserved communities. Collaborate with diverse professionals to ens...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$118K - $169K *

Lead the strategic direction and operations of on-campus child care services, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering community relations and supporting institutional goals through innova...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$132K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to establishing robust cost accounting systems and managing program baselines. Play a key role in vendor management and operational effectiveness while advising on staffin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $241K *

Drive operational excellence and strategic leadership to enhance student experiences, ensure compliance, and optimize processes across academic institutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading clinical and operational oversight of programs, ensuring compliance and quality care while fostering staff development and collaboration to achieve impactful outcomes fo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $200K *

Elevate your career by driving growth strategies within federal agencies, focusing on enhancing public services through innovative digital solutions. Leverage your expertise to build relationships and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Play a key role in managing diverse housing programs for homeless individuals and families, ensuring effective service delivery, compliance, and collaboration with community partners to achieve succes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$115K - $165K *

Drive impactful leadership development programs by managing staff, fostering a student-centered environment, and ensuring a safe space for diverse scholars. Collaborate with operations to enhance prog...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Unlock strategic leadership in prospect development, driving research, portfolio management, and analytics to enhance fundraising efforts and optimize donor engagement for institutional growth...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$109K - $149K *

Join us in shaping the future of education by leading instructional excellence and fostering a positive school culture. You'll inspire teachers and students alike, ensuring all scholars achieve their...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing a positive school culture through strong leadership, effective communication, and collaboration, ensuring every student feels valued and achieves their highes...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $160K *

Inspire and develop strategic partnerships that align with our mission, enhancing revenue and community engagement while fostering relationships across diverse sectors to drive institutional growth an...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead operational excellence and growth across clinics, overseeing performance, managing teams, and driving scalable solutions. Foster community relationships to enhance service delivery and support ma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $178K *

Manage clinic operations and staff functions, ensuring quality patient care and satisfaction. Oversee business functions, coordinate activities, and meet performance measures to drive success in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$116K - $178K *

Optimize clinic operations by managing staff, enhancing patient satisfaction, and ensuring quality medical services. Collaborate with healthcare teams to meet performance metrics and drive business su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$142K - $153K *

Oversee the development and implementation of quality educational programs for Workforce Development, ensuring collaboration with industry partners and effective student support to enhance program suc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $200K *

Shape the future of biotechnology by driving growth and forging strategic partnerships. As a leader, you’ll identify new opportunities and enhance market presence while collaborating with key stakehol...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion the quality of care at the Calabrese Youth Center by leading staff training, coordinating clinical services, and ensuring compliance with regulations to enhance youth and family support...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate patient care by leading our Patient Navigation Program. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance access, improve experiences, and optimize performance across services while collaborating with di...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Education do?question toggle

    A Director of Education leads educational programs and teams. Typical responsibilities include setting program strategy, overseeing curriculum and instruction, managing budgets, assessing outcomes, and supporting compliance with relevant standards.

  • What qualifications are needed for Director of Education jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and setting. Many roles seek substantial education or program leadership experience, strong management and communication skills, and sometimes a relevant graduate degree or experience with curriculum, instructional design, or accreditation.

  • Where do Directors of Education work?question toggle

    Directors of Education may work in K–12 schools, colleges and universities, nonprofits, education companies, government organizations, or corporate learning and development departments.

  • How much do Director of Education jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies with location, organization, responsibilities, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific compensation details.

  • How can I find Director of Education jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Director of Education listings on Ladders and review each posting’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation to find roles that fit your background.